Warehouse Shift Manager - Shift

Grade: RCS M

Contract Type:
Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns:
Any 5 from 7, this role is a support role where full flexibility is required to cover both 7am - 3pm and 3pm - 11pm shifts

Location:

Derby - DE74 2BF

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Warehouse Shift Manager to lead our shift operations, drive performance and ensure a safe, efficient and high‑quality service for our customer.

• Lead and coordinate shift operations while using internal systems to optimise performance, ensure accuracy and support data‑driven decision making
• Plan labour and resources effectively, ensuring clear and consistent communication across all teams to support operational excellence
• Maintain full compliance with Health & Safety standards, championing a strong Safety First culture
• Monitor performance through OMS, manage productivity and stock flow, and ensure all operational deadlines and KPIs are met safely and efficiently
• Drive continuous improvement projects, identifying process gaps, implementing solutions, and delivering structured improvements

• Have proven experience leading teams in a warehousing or complex supply chain environment
• Can confidently lead change and deliver Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Have strong communication skills and can motivate and engage teams while driving performance and accountability
• Are comfortable working with IT systems (Microsoft Office, WMS, OMS) and using data to support decisions and improvement activity
• Are proactive, self‑motivated and able to work independently, with a passion for continuous improvement and operational development

• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
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We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex‑service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 16th February. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date.

To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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